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Brig. Gen. Leland D. Blanchard II, Commanding General (Interim) of the D.C. National Guard, and members of Task Force Beautification join Ward 8 residents, volunteers, and 8B06 Advisory Neighborhood Commission (ANC) members for a pop-up community clean-up in Washington, D.C., Sept. 13, 2025. The effort, led by ANC Commissioner Marcus “Mick” Hickman, marked the first time D.C. National Guard members worked alongside residents and elected officials in support of the D.C. Safe and Beautiful mission in providing critical support to the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department in ensuring the safety of all who live, work and visit the District. Many of the participating Guard members live and work in the District, strengthening their shared commitment to keeping local neighborhoods safe and clean.

Task Force Beautification teams with Advisory Neighborhood Commission (ANC) in the District’s Ward 8
U.S. Army Spc. Josiah Davenport, assigned to the 269th Military Police Company, Tennessee National Guard conducts maintenance on a vehicle at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington, D.C., Aug. 30, 2025. About 2,300 National Guard members are supporting the D.C. Safe and Beautiful mission providing critical support to the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department in ensuring the safety of all who live, work and visit the District.

Tennessee, D.C. National Guard mechanics partner for D.C. Safe and Beautiful
September is Suicide Awareness Month, and the Department of War is committed to decisive and innovative actions and the theme "Joining Your Fight: Connect to Protect." Brig. Gen. Leland D. Blanchard II, Commanding General (Interim) for the D.C. National Guard, discusses the significance of knowing at-risk behaviors, stress reduction measures and available resources to help.

Suicide Prevention Month: Message from the Commanding General
CW5 Bernard L. Aguon, State Command Chief Warrant Officer (CCWO) for the District of Columbia National Guard has been selected as the ninth Command Chief Warrant Officer of the Army National Guard and will serve as the principal military advisor to the Director of the Army National Guard on all matters affecting warrant officer training, utilization, health of the force, and professional development. Currently, CW5 Aguon is the D.C. National Guard's sixth State CCWO and advisor to the D.C. National Guard’s Commanding General, the Adjutant General, and Land Component Commander. He will succeed Chief Warrant Officer 5 Brian Searcy.

State CCWO Aguon selected as the Army Guard’s Ninth Command Chief Warrant Officer
U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Jonathan Stubbs, center, director, Army National Guard, brings Guardsmen in for a motivational moment as they prepare to go on shift as part of the D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force at the Logistical Support Area on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling Aug. 25, 2025. About 2,000 National Guard members are supporting the D.C. Safe and Beautiful mission providing critical support to the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department in ensuring the safety of all who live, work and visit the District.

Guard members from six states, D.C. on duty in Washington in support of local, fed authorities
U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Jonathan Stubbs, Director of the Army National Guard (left) presents a certificate of retirement to U.S. Army Maj. Gen. John C. Andonie, outgoing commanding general (interim) for the D.C. National Guard, during a combined change of command and retirement ceremony Aug. 9, 2025, at DAR Constitution Hall. Andonie retired from the Air Force after 35 years of service.

D.C. National Guard Commanding General Retires
The D.C. National Guard honors U.S. Army Maj. Gen. John C. Andonie, the Commanding General (Interim), for 35+ years of military service. We also recognize August 9, 2025, as Maj. Gen. John C. Andonie Day in the District of Columbia. Mayor Muriel Bowser honored Maj. Gen. Andonie with a proclamation recognizing his decades of distinguished service to the U.S. Army. His leadership strengthened the bond between the DC National Guard and the District, enhancing public safety, community partnerships, and emergency response. Please watch this tribute video as service members and partners discuss Maj. Gen. Andonie's commitment to build, maintain, and balance readiness objectives over the last two years. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Master Sgt. Arthur M. Wright)

Maj. Gen. John C. Andonie Tribute Video
The District of Columbia National Guard’s Maj. Gen. John C. Andonie, Commanding General (Interim), swore in U.S. Air Force Lt. Col Jennifer Sayers as Inspector General during a ceremony on July 28, 2025, following her completion of the U.S. Army Inspector General School. The relationship between an Inspector General and their commander is rooted in integrity, trust, and confidence. Lt. Col Sayers now fills one of just nine Air Force-designated State/Territory/District Inspector General (IG) positions across the nation.

Air Force Cyber Security Officer Sworn-in as Inspector General of D.C. National Guard
Counterdrug service members engaged congressional leaders and staff during the National Guard Counterdrug Program Open House at the Longworth House Office Building, Washington, D.C., July 24, 2025. Hosted by the National Guard Association of the United States, the event highlighted 36 years of impact supporting law enforcement and drug prevention efforts. Attendees included Maj. Gen. Gary Keefe, Adjutant General of the Massachusetts National Guard and Co-Chair of the General Officer Advisory Council; Maj. Gen. John C. Andonie, commanding general of the D.C. National Guard; and Brig. Gen. Richard Cipro, Assistant Adjutant General of the Massachusetts Army National Guard. Interactive stations showcased the program’s five mission sets—criminal analysts, drug demand reduction outreach, ground reconnaissance, aviation reconnaissance, and counterdrug schools—offering hands-on insight into the National Guard’s whole-of-government approach.

National Guard Counterdrug Program Showcases 36 Years of Impact at Congressional Open House
Soldiers from the D.C. National Guard, Barbados Defence Force Reserves, Jamaica Defence Force, and Jamaica National Reserve stand for a photograph at Twickenham Park Range in St. Catherine, Jamaica, on July 17, 2025. As part of the Caribbean Regional Training Camp, activities included zeroing, firing from different positions, march-and-shoot practice, and a march-and-shoot competition. The District of Columbia National Guard's (DCNG) partnership with Jamaica, facilitated by the U.S. National Guard Bureau's State Partnership Program (SPP), promotes security cooperation through military engagements and interagency collaboration.

D.C. National Guard, Jamaican, Barbadian Forces Test Skills in Joint Caribbean Exercise
Angulo Gonzalez, a graduate of Woodbridge High School, stands for a photograph with Brig. Gen. Leland D. Blanchard II, the Adjutant General (TAG) for the D.C. National Guard, during a Minuteman Scholarship ceremony at the D.C. Armory in Washington, D.C., on July 18, 2025. Gonzalez earned a four‑year scholarship to attend Virginia Tech and plans to commission into the Judge Advocate General’s Corps.

D.C. National Guard Awards Minuteman Scholarship to High School Grads
The District of Columbia National Guard's Defense Organizational Climate Survey (DEOCS) annual fielding window is approaching. The DEOCS is a key tool for assessing unit morale, identifying risk factors, and guiding prevention efforts. This critical survey allows every member of our organization to provide confidential feedback on our command climate, trust in leadership, cohesion, and unit readiness. Results support the development of evidence-based action plans to improve workplace culture and mission effectiveness. And strong participation provides reliable data to help us address issues before they become barriers to readiness.

A Voice That Makes A Difference: The Defense Organizational Climate Survey (DEOCS)
U.S. Army Spc. Massan Signon, wheeled vehicle mechanic (91B) with the D.C. National Guard’s 104th Maintenance Company, stands for a photograph at the Combined Support Maintenance Shop at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, in Washington, D.C., on June 21, 2025. Spc. Signon is part of a dedicated team that performs routine maintenance, emergency repairs, and recovery operations, which are vital for keeping the Army's vehicles operational and ready for deployment at a moment's notice. Their work directly impacts the ability to respond to missions.

Why I Serve: D.C. National Guard Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic Excels in Operational Relevance
Brig. Gen. Leland D. Blanchard II, the Adjutant General (TAG) for the D.C. National Guard, recognizes members of the 113th Wing D.C. Air National Guard and members of the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) during Cyber Shield 2025 at the Virginia National Guard's State Military Reservation in Virginia Beach, VA, on June 11, 2025. Cyber Shield, the longest and largest Department of Defense cyber exercise sharpens skills, tests tactics, and strengthens collaboration in computer network defense measures and protecting our nation's critical infrastructure from evolving cyber threats and cyber incident response.

113th Wing DCANG partners with Jamaica Defence Force at Cyber Shield 2025
Members of the District of Columbia Army National Guard take an Awarenessgram at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pa., on June 5, 2025. The District of Columbia National Guard’s Risk Reduction program has introduced suicide prevention selfies (Awarenessgram) as a tool to encourage those who may be unknowingly or knowingly facing mental health challenges to utilize the appropriate resources.

'Awarenessgram': Suicide Prevention and Resource Awareness Selfies
More than 800 National Guard members were activated in support of the 250th Army Birthday Festival and Parade in Washington, DC, on June 14, 2025. The Guard members, from the District of Columbia, Mississippi, West Virginia and Pennsylvania assisted various agencies with tasks including crowd management and traffic control, and played a crucial role in ensuring the safety of events. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Master Sgt. Arthur M. Wright)

Behind the Scenes: National Guard Support to the U.S. Army's 250th Birthday Celebration
More than 800 National Guard members were activated in support of the 250th Army Birthday Festival and Parade in Washington, DC, on June 14, 2025. The Guard members, from the District of Columbia, Mississippi, West Virginia and Pennsylvania assisted various agencies with tasks including crowd management and traffic control, and played a crucial role in ensuring the safety of events.

National Guard provides crucial support for Army's 250th birthday celebration
Members of the District of Columbia Army National Guard participate in the O’Neill Competition at Fort Indiantown Gap, PA, on June 6, 2025. The event pushed participants through a multi-level series of challenging military fundamentals—from ruck marches and weapons qualification to medical tasks and vehicle maintenance—designed to unify and strengthen the Warrior Ethos. The competition was a tribute to D-Day (Operation Overlord) and the legacy of LTC John C. O’Neill, a World War II combat engineer and D.C. Guardsman who helped breach enemy defenses on Omaha Beach in 1944. It's part of Annual Training, ensuring all Soldiers are prepared for challenging, relevant, and realistic missions to fight and win. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Master Sgt. Arthur M. Wright)

D.C. National Guard’s O’Neill Competition Highlights
Members of the District of Columbia Army National Guard participate in the O’Neill Competition at Fort Indiantown Gap, PA, on June 6, 2025. The event pushed more than 250 participants through a grueling day of military fundamentals—from ruck marches and weapons qualification to medical tasks and vehicle maintenance—designed to unify and strengthen the Warrior Ethos. The competition was a tribute to D-Day (Operation Overlord) and the legacy of LTC John C. O’Neill, a World War II combat engineer and D.C. Guardsman who helped breach enemy defenses on Omaha Beach in 1944.

D.C. National Guard’s O’Neill Competition Commemorates D-Day Heroism and Warrior Ethos
Maj. Gen. John C. Andonie, Commanding General (Interim) for the D.C. National Guard; Brig. Gen. Leland D. Blanchard II, the Adjutant General for the D.C. National Guard; Master Sgt. Arthur Mondale Wright, State Public Affairs Officer, and Ms. Ayan Sheikh, State Public Affairs Office specialist celebrate with confetti at the D.C. Armory, in Washington D.C., on May 21, 2025. Master Sgt. Wright completed a Master of Public Administration with the assistance of the District of Columbia National Guard Tuition Assistance Program.

DCNG Tuition Assistance and Mission Success
Members of the District of Columbia National Guard joined the Maryland National Guard and National Guard Bureau (NGB) for National Guard Day at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C., May 22, 2025. As part of the team’s Branch Appreciation Days, the game is dedicated to honor and celebrate the six branches of the military and the National Guard. At each of these games, representatives from the branch will participate in the pregame ceremony and the Salute to Service. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Master Sgt. Arthur M. Wright)

D.C. National Guard Supports Pregame Ceremony During National Guard Day 2025 at Nationals Park
Members of the 113th Force Support Squadron, D.C. Air National Guard, participate in an initiative called 'Run to Recruit' on the National Mall, in Washington, D.C., on March 17, 2025. In an effort to support recruiting mission, members of the 113th FSS use group physical fitness as a method to inspire, engage and recruit future Capital Guardians.

'Run to Recruit' Strengthens Mind, Body, and Manpower
U.S. Soldiers competing in the Region II Best Warrior Competition test their fitness and essential Soldier skills during various events at Fort Indiantown Gap and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, May 5-9, 2025. These competing Soldiers come from the Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia National Guards. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Maj. Travis Mueller and Sgt. 1st Class Shane Smith) Non-copyrighted music: "Bugs" by All Good Folks from Uppbeat Music. https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/bugs. License code: HYRK1IFFRSDFF8RZ.

Region II Best Warrior 2025 highlights
Members of the D.C. Air National Guard’s 113th Wing Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) conduct HVAC diagnostics and repair, LED lighting installation, plumbing fixture placement, and electrical rewiring at the Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy (CGYCA), in Laurel, MD, on April 12, 2025. The hands-on April 7-19 project not only offered vital Administrative Building upgrades, but also skills development. Civil engineers maintain the infrastructure for military operations ensuring they’re functional, relevant, efficient, and resilient in various operational environments.

D.C. Air National Guard Civil Engineers Bolster Readiness Through Community Engagement at Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy
On May 3, we celebrate the 223rd Birthday of the District of Columbia National Guard. This drill weekend serves as a reminder of a tradition that links us to D.C. Militia members who wore the uniform before us—heritage rooted in courage, discipline, loyalty, perseverance, respect, trust, and adaptability. Like the early patriots of 1802 who raised their hand to volunteer, we are comprised of 2,400 Soldiers and Airmen who answer a call to Army and Air combat readiness, homeland defense, partnership building, and community response.

D.C. National Guard 223rd Birthday Message
Michael Soroka, a pitcher with the Washington Nationals, sits in the cockpit of a 113th Wing F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft at Joint Base Andrews, Md., April 23, 2025. Soroka was one of three players who visited Andrews to connect with service members and their families.

Washington Nationals hit a home run with service members and families
Maj. Gen. John C. Andonie, Commanding General (Interim) of the District of Columbia National Guard, joins D.C. ESGR (Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve) Chair Kelvin Hart, and local law enforcement representatives during the “Beyond the Badge” luncheon at the D.C. Armory, on April 15, 2025. Hosted by the D.C. ESGR and the D.C. National Guard, the event recognized employers and agencies that support service members within the law enforcement community. ESGR, a Department of Defense office, was established in 1972 to promote cooperation and understanding between Reserve Component Service members and their civilian employers and to assist in the resolution of conflicts arising from an employee's military commitment.

D.C. ESGR Honors Law Enforcement Partners Supporting Guard Members
A 113th Wing Civil Engineer Squadron member secures protective equipment before handling hazardous equipment at Joint Base Andrews, Md., March 25,2025. The squadron has achieved over 1,114 accident-free days through strict adherence to safety protocols.

1,114-Day Safety Mark: 113th Wing CES Achieves Major Safety Milestone
Members of the DC National Guard Counterdrug Program, D.C. Army National Guard Aviation Command, and other sections participate in a strategic briefing at Metropolitan Police Department Headquarters, in Washington, DC, on March 25, 2025. They discussed the impacts and evolution of the Counterdrug Program, focusing on strengthening partnerships and enhancing community-based drug prevention initiatives.

Maj. Gen. Andonie Reviews Achievements of DC National Guard's Counterdrug Program with Metropolitan Police
Senior Airman Trina Quirindongo, a production recruiter for the 113th Wing, D.C. Air National Guard, is crowned Ms. District of Columbia during the Ms. District of Columbia pageantry at the Dogwood Event Venue in Washington, D.C., February 22, 2025. Quirindongo uses her platform to promote resilience, leadership, and service—values that align with her National Guard career and community outreach efforts.

Ms. District of Columbia Balances National Guard Service and Pageantry
Maj. Gen. John C. Andonie, Commanding General (Interim) of the D.C. National Guard, joins senior leaders of the District of Columbia Army National Guard, and 113th Wing D.C. Air National Guard for a Sexual Assault Awareness Month Proclamation Signing Ceremony at the D.C. Armory, on April 2, 2025. Sexual assault and sexual harassment erode the fabric the National Guard, breaking the sacred trust of our Nation, Service Members, Civilians, and their families. The National Guard continues to take bold actions on victim care, support, accountability, prevention, and climate and culture, so that we can eradicate sexual assault and sexual harassment once and for all.

2025 Sexual Assault Awareness Month Proclamation Signing Ceremony
Members of the New York National Guard in-process during Joint Reception, Staging, Onward Movement, and Integration as part of Joint Task Force-District of Columbia (JTF-DC) at the D.C. Armory, Washington D.C., Jan. 18, 2025. Approximately 8,000 National Guard service members from approximately 40 states and territories comprise JTF-DC to support the 60th Presidential Inauguration, continuing a legacy that began in 1789 when their predecessors escorted George Washington to the first inauguration. At the request of civil authorities, these National Guard service members provide critical support such as crowd management, traffic control points, CBRN response, civil disturbance response, and sustainment operations. Their expertise and seamless collaboration with interagency partners help ensure a safe and peaceful transition of power during this historic event.

DC National Guard Fields New Technology to Transform Soldier Processing for 60th Presidential Inauguration, Future JRSOI Operations
The District of Columbia National Guard’s Maj. Gen. John C. Andonie, Commanding General (Interim), swore in U.S. Army Master Sergeant Armando Leon as Assistant Inspector General during a ceremony on March 9, following his completion of the U.S. Army Inspector General School. Leon is the first Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) to join the office, reflecting recent force structure reforms and a renewed command focus on readiness and care for Soldiers and Airmen.

U.S. Army Master Sergeant Armando Leon Sworn In as Assistant Inspector General
Recruits of the District of Columbia National Guard Recruit Sustainment Program (RSP) participated in a confidence-conditioning obstacle course at Fort Belvoir, Virginia on March 8, 2025. The Resilience Obstacle Course is designed to build soldiers confidence as they challenge themselves physically, mentally and as a team.

DC National Guard Recruits Take on Confidence-Conditioning Obstacle Course
U.S. Army Sgt. Dallas Davis, survey team member within the District of Columbia National Guard’s 33rd Weapons of Mass Destruction-Civil Support Team (WMD-CST), stands for a photograph at a D.C. Fire and Engine Station, on Jan. 19, 2025 . Teams train and are strategically positioned to respond effectively with partners to include D.C. Fire, U.S. Secret Service, U.S. Capitol Police, and CBRNE Enhanced Response Force Packages (CERFP) units during missions.

Soldier's Path to Strategic Deterrence in the 33rd WMD-CST
Command Sgt. Maj. Ronald L. Smith Jr., Command SEL for the D.C. National Guard, and members of the Recruitment and Retention Battalion participate in mentorship activities during the acclimation phase at the Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy, in Laurel, Md., on Jan. 13, 2025. The engagement supports the core components of the life intervention, dropout reintegration, and General Education Development (GED) preparatory program.

D.C. National Guard RRB Partners with Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy to Support Local Youth
U.S. Army Spc. Ruth Arias, a military police officer with the 273rd Military Police Company, D.C. National Guard, was recognized by SEA John T. Raines III, Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chief, National Guard Bureau, for utilizing Army Combat Lifesaver Course training during a vehicle accident near Annapolis, Md, on Jan. 27, 2025. Together with a bystander, she removed an injured teen from a vehicle, whose injuries included severe bleeding and chest pain, and provided critical aid until emergency responders arrived.

D.C. National Guardsman Credits Military Training for Saving Teen in Fiery Crash
Ms. Rukayat Edu, Joint Force Headquarters - DCNG Victim Advocate, and Mr. Shone Webb, 113th Wing DCARNG Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) stand for a photo at the D.C. Armory, in Washington, D.C., on Feb. 14, 2025. Mr. Webb brings over 19 years of experience in victim services, including time within the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to the role. Whereas Ms. Edu spent multiple years as a victim advocate for the homeless and youth within Prince George’s County’s nonprofit sector. She also served as the 113thWing Volunteer Victim Advocate. Recently, the SAPR Program added both personnel to underscore the office’s critical role within the organization.

D.C. National Guard SAPR Program Expands
Soldiers assigned to the District of Columbia Army National Guard's Det 1 A Co 1/224th S&S hold a deployment ceremony attended by senior leaders, family and friends at Davison Army Airfield, Va., on Oct. 10, 2023. Under the direction of U.S. Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) and Joint Task Force North, Guardsmen were assigned to work closely with Border Patrol agents and Customs and Border Protection’s Air and Marine Operations officers.

D.C. Army National Guard Soldiers Return from Yearlong Southwest Border Mission
U.S. Army SFC Richard Hughes, Senior Enlisted Leader for the D.C. Army National Guard's (DCARNG) Medical Detachment, recently completed U.S. Air Force Senior Noncommissioned Officer Academy (SNCOA) at Maxwell AFB-Gunter Annex in Montgomery Alabama.

Fostering Joint Force Integration: D.C. National Guard Soldier Completes AF Senior NCO Academy
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Belita Lynum, a civil operator with the Drug Demand Reduction Outreach (DDRO) team, speaks with a Prevention Technology Transfer Center (PTTC) representative during the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) 21st Prevention Day, Feb. 3, 2025, at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in Oxon Hill, Md. This year’s theme, "Telling the Prevention Story," highlighted the vital importance of empowering youth voices in the conversation around substance use prevention. The event highlighted how engaging youth in policy discussions and initiatives can strengthen prevention efforts.

D.C. National Guard Counterdrug Attends SAMHSA Conference to Explore the Successes of Prevention and Inspiring Action
U.S. Army Sgt. Anthony Jauregui, 244th Aviation Regiment, 90th Troop Command, Oklahoma Army National Guard, provides security during the presidential motorcade while assigned with Joint Task Force-District of Columbia (JTF-DC) in support of the 60th Presidential Inauguration in Washington, D.C., Jan. 20, 2025, as a member of Joint Task Force-District of Columbia (JTF-DC) in support of the 60th Presidential Inauguration in Washington D.C., Jan. 19, 2025. Approximately 8,000 National Guard service members from approximately 40 states and territories comprise JTF-DC to support the 60th Presidential Inauguration, continuing a legacy that began in 1789 when their predecessors escorted George Washington to the first inauguration. At the request of civil authorities, these National Guard service members provide critical support such as crowd management, traffic control points, CBRN response, civil disturbance response and sustainment operations. Their expertise and seamless collaboration with interagency partners help ensure a safe and peaceful transition of power during this historic event.

The National Guard Wraps Up Inauguration Support
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TF Beautification teams with Advisory Neighborhood Commission (ANC) in the District’s Ward 8
Brig. Gen. Leland D. Blanchard II, Commanding General (Interim) of the D.C. National Guard, and members of Task Force Beautification join Ward 8 residents, volunteers, and 8B06 Advisory Neighborhood Commission (ANC) members for a pop-up community clean-up in Washington, D.C., Sept. 13, 2025. The effort, led by ANC Commissioner Marcus “Mick” Hickman, marked the first time D.C. National Guard members worked alongside residents and elected officials in support of the D.C. Safe and Beautiful mission in providing critical support to the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department in ensuring the safety of all who live, work and visit the District. Many of the participating Guard members live and work in the District, strengthening their shared commitment to keeping local neighborhoods safe and clean. (U.S. Army photo by Ayan Sheikh)
Sept. 16, 2025 - Soldiers and Airmen from the D.C. National Guard worked shoulder to shoulder with Ward 8 residents, volunteers and local leaders on Sept. 13 , marking Task Force Beautification’s first-ever participation in a neighborhood...
Tennessee, D.C. National Guard mechanics partner for D.C. Safe and Beautiful
U.S. Army Spc. Josiah Davenport, assigned to the 269th Military Police Company, Tennessee National Guard conducts maintenance on a vehicle at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington, D.C., Aug. 30, 2025. About 2,300 National Guard members are supporting the D.C. Safe and Beautiful mission providing critical support to the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department in ensuring the safety of all who live, work and visit the District. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Spc. Landon Evans)
Sept. 9, 2025 - D.C. National Guard mechanics have teamed with their Tennessee counterparts to ensuring vehicles remain at peak performance for any upcoming missions in the nation’s capital. The joint effort began when Tennessee’s mechanics...
Suicide Prevention Month: Message from the Commanding General
Sept. 7, 2025 - September is Suicide Prevention Month, and the Department of War is committed to decisive and innovative actions and the theme "Joining Your Fight: Connect to Protect." Brig. Gen. Leland D. Blanchard II, Commanding General...
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Hawaii Guard Strengthens Ties with Indonesia During Super Garuda Shield 25
Joint and multilateral personnel pose for a group photo at a Staff Exercise during Super Garuda Shield 25 in Jakarta, Indonesia, Sept. 1, 2025. Super Garuda Shield is an annual exercise between the Indonesian National Armed Forces and U.S. Military designed to strengthen bilateral interoperability, capabilities, and cooperation.
Sept. 18, 2025 - PEARL CITY, Hawaii - The Hawaii National Guard played a key role in Super Garuda Shield 25, the largest bilateral exercise between Indonesia and the United States and one of the Indo-Pacific’s most significant multinational...
Oklahoma Guard Sharpens Drone Warfare Tactics During Exercise Thunderstruck 2.0
A U.S. Soldier with the Oklahoma Army National Guard launches a drone during Exercise Thunderstruck 2.0 at Camp Gruber Training Center, Okla., Sept. 13, 2025. The training aimed to build Guard members’ ability to operate in a battlespace increasingly shaped by unmanned systems.
Sept. 18, 2025 - CAMP GRUBER TRAINING CENTER, Okla. — Drones buzzed overhead as Oklahoma National Guard Soldiers and Airmen maneuvered strategically through a wooded area. They advanced slowly toward their objective – a series of enemy...
Alaska Air Guard Conducts Three Rescue Missions in 24 Hours
An Alaska Air National Guard combat rescue officer (CRO) assigned to the 212th Rescue Squadron descends over Malemute Drop Zone during a capabilities exercise at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, June 25, 2024. CROs, pararescuemen, and search, evasion, resistance, and escape specialists of the 212th RQS — known collectively as Guardian Angels — are experts in personnel recovery operations and are trained to infiltrate behind enemy lines to extract isolated U.S. and allied personnel.
Sept. 18, 2025 - JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska — Alaska Air National Guard members from the 176th Wing rescued five individuals involved in three incidents Sept. 15 that spanned more than 550 miles across Alaska.The Alaska Rescue...
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